NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following:
New Construction
Commercial Renovation
Multi-family Residential
Tennant Fit Out
Selective Residential Projects.
Construction Estimator Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare construction estimates and proposals based on plans and specifications. Estimates will be a mix of hard bid and negotiated projects.
Must have the ability to prepare schematic level estimates for projects in early design stages.
Solicit bids and proposals from subcontractors, suppliers, and other vendors in preparation of construction estimates. Includes reviewing bids for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the plans and specifications.
Prepare accurate material take-offs.
Develop written scope of work for all trades.
Prepare preliminary project schedules and timelines.
Negotiate vendor purchases and subcontract agreements.
Develop and track project budgets.
Assist the Project Management Staff on Change Order pricing during construction.
Fostering existing relationships with Owners, Clients, and Vendors as well as develop new relationships.
Have the ability to step in and manage a project from estimating through completion if the need arises.
Attend pre-bid meetings as required.
Attend certain networking and business development related functions.
Construction Estimator Desired Qualifications:
We are currently seeking an estimator that meets the following job qualifications:
Preferred but not required: B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a construction estimator.
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications.
Experience with scheduling, purchasing, estimating, as well as management of field personnel and subcontractors.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be a self-starter that can work with minimal supervision.
Must have strong attention to detail.
Must have good time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Project and Excel.
Experience with BLUEBEAM and PROCORE is a plus.
Applicants should have good client and employer references.
Applicant must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Company Description
NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following:
New Construction
Commercial Renovation
Multi-family Residential
Tenant Fit Out
Select Residential Projects.
NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following: New Construction Commercial Renovation Multi-family Residential Tenant Fit Out Select Residential Projects.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Construction
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